Many of us often try to do random acts of kindness or to regularly serve others. But did you know that doing good deeds also produces positive health benefits as well?
Whether out of a sense of brotherly love, a respect for a higher power, or a code of living the next result is positive emotional changes in ourselves and others. The benefits of performing good deeds often results in the establishment of friendship, love and positive bonds. Allan Luks in The Healing Power of Doing Good documents several studies where these emotions have been shown to strengthen the immune system which helps to stave off disease.
So diet, exercise, clean living, and even doing good deeds can all help you live healthier!
To Your Good Health,
Dr Jonathan Woodward
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A, Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
Monday, November 10, 2008
Friday, November 7, 2008
Exercise to Decrease Your Pain!
When making your plans for what you're going to do make sure you include time for some fun physical activity.
Why? Research by Stanford university suggest vigorous exercise may help prevent joint and muscle pain. They found people over 50 who exercised regularly had pain-rating scores 25% lower than their sedentary peer. The Bonus?--They had a lower incidence of arthritis too! (Source: Arthritis Research and Therapy, 2005)
So move it or loose it and have a fun, energetic weekend!
Dr Jonathan Woodward
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A, Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
Why? Research by Stanford university suggest vigorous exercise may help prevent joint and muscle pain. They found people over 50 who exercised regularly had pain-rating scores 25% lower than their sedentary peer. The Bonus?--They had a lower incidence of arthritis too! (Source: Arthritis Research and Therapy, 2005)
So move it or loose it and have a fun, energetic weekend!
Dr Jonathan Woodward
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A, Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Fruits and Veggies Can Save you Money!
Did you know fruits and veggies can save you money?! In a 25-year study of 1,070 men, ages 40-55 years old and free of heart disease, researchers measured healthcare costs. When divided into groups based on fruit and vegitable intake those that consumed less than 14 cups per MONTH spent $14,700 per year in medical costs. Those that consumed 12-42 cups per month spent almost 15% less ($12,600 annually). But those that ate 42 cups (3 or more 1/2 cup servings per day) had the most significat savings! These men saved about 23% on their annual medical costs ($11,400). (Source: American Heart Association)
Eat fresh, eat variety, and eat often!
Dr Jonathan Woodward
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A, Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
Eat fresh, eat variety, and eat often!
Dr Jonathan Woodward
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A, Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Chiropractic Adjustments When I Don't Hurt?
Today I was asked why I adjust joints in regions of the body that weren't in pain at the moment. Another words if a patient has a low back problem, why do I adjusting their feet and hips?
The reason for this is to correct for faulty mechanics and imbalances that contribute or prolong the healing of the back. Often I will find fallen arches which cause knee pressure and a twisting of the pelvis. Without this correction, every time the patient gets back on their feet, the back pain will gradual return.
Another reason why chiropractors will adjust other areas outside your complaint is to maintain proper motion by decreasing muscular tightness. This also reduces overall soreness because tight muscle slow circulation which traps metabolic waste products such as lactic acid.
So the next time you visit your chiropractor you'll understand why we adjust feet for back pain and ribs for shoulder pain.
Dr Jonathan Woodward
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A, Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
The reason for this is to correct for faulty mechanics and imbalances that contribute or prolong the healing of the back. Often I will find fallen arches which cause knee pressure and a twisting of the pelvis. Without this correction, every time the patient gets back on their feet, the back pain will gradual return.
Another reason why chiropractors will adjust other areas outside your complaint is to maintain proper motion by decreasing muscular tightness. This also reduces overall soreness because tight muscle slow circulation which traps metabolic waste products such as lactic acid.
So the next time you visit your chiropractor you'll understand why we adjust feet for back pain and ribs for shoulder pain.
Dr Jonathan Woodward
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A, Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
Monday, November 3, 2008
If You Think You Have It Tough Now...
As I talk with patients and friends about changes in politics and economy I am reminded how our attitudes are so important to our body's ability to heal. Think you have it tough now? Consider the following comparing life today with just 100 years ago:
Dr Jonathan Woodward
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A
Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
- Life expectancy in the United States was only 47 years
- There were only 8, 000 cars and 122 miles of paved roads
- There was no air conditioning or central heat
- The average US worker made $200-400 in an entire year
- Only 6% of US citizens graduated from high school.
Dr Jonathan Woodward
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A
Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Personal & Clinic Updates
As you probably already know one thing that distinguishes my clinic is the personal relationship I have with my patients. Many of my patients have been keeping track of my wife’s recent pregnancy and wanted to know when my son Tanner was born and to see pictures of the little man. Well we are very excited to announce that he joined our family on Oct 10th. If you’d like a personal glimpse into our family feel free to visit my wife’s blog at http://2829woodwards.blogspot.com/ or check out her YouTube videos at http://www.youtube.com/user/2bfr33. All of my three children have been born at home and received their first adjustments within hours of their physically demanding exit from the womb.
After a very long year of programming changes and re-designing, I would like to announce that our new chiropractic website is finally up. Please visit us at http://www.woodwardchiro.com/. Let me know what you think. If you catch any typos or find some of the content hard to understand please offer your feedback.
New features of the site include a Spa Services page with great new Massage for Relaxation programs starting as low as $39.95 / month for our charter members. See http://www.woodwardchiro.com/SpaServices.aspx.
Also we now have Success Stories pages where you can read about the positive experiences many of our patients have shared. If you’ve had an experience with what make us unique as a clinic or profession, I’m sure our website viewers would love to hear. We are in the process of making it easier to add pictures and other information to make the testimonials even better. Please view our testimonial or consider adding your own at http://www.woodwardchiro.com/SuccessStories.aspx!
In other news I have recently completed the final courses and certifications to be a full body ART (Active Release Technique) provider. If you haven’t had an ART treatment and would like to know more please visit my new website at: http://www.woodwardchiro.com/DallasChiropracticServices/ActiveReleaseTechnique.aspx
Finally, I wanted to take a moment to speak candidly with you. We all know there has been a lot of talk about the economy lately. Whether it is fear or actually fundamental weaknesses the effects are the same. During lean times we all have to make sacrifices in our budgets. I know that means that some of my patients may not be able to afford to continue to get the care that they need. Please don’t make this decision without discussing your options with me. I have NEVER refused to treat a patient based their ability to pay. Hard times come and go. I want to be the chiropractor you trust and refer your friends and family to. If you are struggling, I will work out some kind of reduced rate or other fair exchange privately so you won’t feel embarrassed and can still get the care that you need. The best tool to dealing with stressful times is your good health!
As a reminder…If you have a health savings account now is the time to use it before the end of the year. We have excellent orthopedic neck pillows, custom orthotics, posture pumps, Biofreeze pain reliever, and several other really helpful items that are all covered by your use-it or loose-it plan.
If your insurance offers a certain number of chiropractic visits per year, those will also be expiring in a few months. Most patients have spent their deductibles by this point in the year, so if you’re aching, bent out of shape, or otherwise just due for a check-up now is a great time to schedule an appointment. Just call Brandy at 972-490-9888 or email her at brandy@woodwardchiro.com.
If we do not see you until next year, I want to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a Blessed Holiday Season!
To your health,
Dr Jonathan Woodward
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A, Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
After a very long year of programming changes and re-designing, I would like to announce that our new chiropractic website is finally up. Please visit us at http://www.woodwardchiro.com/. Let me know what you think. If you catch any typos or find some of the content hard to understand please offer your feedback.
New features of the site include a Spa Services page with great new Massage for Relaxation programs starting as low as $39.95 / month for our charter members. See http://www.woodwardchiro.com/SpaServices.aspx.
Also we now have Success Stories pages where you can read about the positive experiences many of our patients have shared. If you’ve had an experience with what make us unique as a clinic or profession, I’m sure our website viewers would love to hear. We are in the process of making it easier to add pictures and other information to make the testimonials even better. Please view our testimonial or consider adding your own at http://www.woodwardchiro.com/SuccessStories.aspx!
In other news I have recently completed the final courses and certifications to be a full body ART (Active Release Technique) provider. If you haven’t had an ART treatment and would like to know more please visit my new website at: http://www.woodwardchiro.com/DallasChiropracticServices/ActiveReleaseTechnique.aspx
Finally, I wanted to take a moment to speak candidly with you. We all know there has been a lot of talk about the economy lately. Whether it is fear or actually fundamental weaknesses the effects are the same. During lean times we all have to make sacrifices in our budgets. I know that means that some of my patients may not be able to afford to continue to get the care that they need. Please don’t make this decision without discussing your options with me. I have NEVER refused to treat a patient based their ability to pay. Hard times come and go. I want to be the chiropractor you trust and refer your friends and family to. If you are struggling, I will work out some kind of reduced rate or other fair exchange privately so you won’t feel embarrassed and can still get the care that you need. The best tool to dealing with stressful times is your good health!
As a reminder…If you have a health savings account now is the time to use it before the end of the year. We have excellent orthopedic neck pillows, custom orthotics, posture pumps, Biofreeze pain reliever, and several other really helpful items that are all covered by your use-it or loose-it plan.
If your insurance offers a certain number of chiropractic visits per year, those will also be expiring in a few months. Most patients have spent their deductibles by this point in the year, so if you’re aching, bent out of shape, or otherwise just due for a check-up now is a great time to schedule an appointment. Just call Brandy at 972-490-9888 or email her at brandy@woodwardchiro.com.
If we do not see you until next year, I want to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a Blessed Holiday Season!
To your health,
Dr Jonathan Woodward
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A, Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
Friday, August 29, 2008
Welcome!This is my first attempt at blogging. I am excited to get some ideas and hope this proves good forum to help patients and friends of Woodward Chiropractic & Massage! My name is Dr Jonathan Woodward and have been practicing chiropractic health care since October 2000. My office is central to Dallas, Addison, & Richardson, near 635 and the Dallas Tollway.
Please feel free to ask questions, challenge me when needed, and help me make this a meaningful dialogue.
Yours in Health,
Dr Jonathan Woodward
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A, Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
5353 Alpha Rd Ste 110A, Dallas, TX 75240
972-490-9888
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